Bachelor of Arts/Master of Science in Professional Communication (B.A./M.S.P.C.)

Overview

The Master of Science in Professional Communications (MSPC) is offered by the College of Continuing and Professional Education (COPACE) at Clark University. The MSPC curriculum is designed to enhance communication skills and managerial techniques through courses that integrate theoretical models with practical application methods. This professional degree is structured to provide the essential skills in human resource training and development, marketing, communication design and technologies. In addition to the main concentrations (Human Resource Development and Training, Marketing Communication, Communication Management), students may further specialize in such areas as: change management, conflict management, intercultural management, and communication design.

Departmental eligibility requirements

The MSPC is open to students from any Clark undergraduate major. Students are required to complete an intake interview with the MSPC Accelerated Degree Program advisor and submit a don-page essay prior to the signing of the Application Part 1 form issued by the Graduate School. This interview and essay are intended to assist prospective students in assessing the appropriateness of the degree to their professional aspirations. In addition, during their tenure in the program, student with less than three years work experience, will be required to complete a formal, one semester internship, including a required internship seminar. 

Beginning with the incoming class of 2011, there will be two prerequisites for those students pursuing the accelerated MPA and MSPC degrees.  These courses will be offered through the Graduate School of Management and through the College of Professional and Continuing Education. 

These prerequisite courses are:

• Management 101 - Principles of Accounting
• Management 104 - Introduction to MIS

Program Advisor

(Signature Required on Application Part 1)

Max Hess
COPACE
Jonas Clark Hall Room 111
508-793-7215
mhess@clarku.edu

Student Profiles

• An undergraduate sociology major now works as an advertising account manager. During the fifth year she completed a for-credit internship working on a marketing plan for the Worcester Airport.
• An undergraduate communications and culture majro, is now a marketing communications specialist in Bangkok, Thailand.
• A double major in music and communication and culture, is now a reporter for a television station.

Advice for prospective students

The majority of students in the MSPC degree program are working professionals. The teaching methods in the degree programs are geared toward adult learning styles and the classes are designed to be highly interactive and project-oriented. The program works best for students who are clear about their career goals and how the degree can help them attain their professional objectives.